2016 Scholarships at Montana State

Montana State University awards millions of dollars in scholarships and waiver awards to new students who
enter in the fall of each year. You might qualify for some of this money based on
your academic record, financial need, group affiliation, or a combination of the three.

2016 Freshman Scholarships and Awards

MSU will be offering a large number of scholarships and awards to new freshmen who
enter MSU in the fall of 2016. MSU freshman scholarships and awards are available
to those seeking undergraduate bachelor degree programs only. See the links below
for details.

Non-Resident Freshman Achievement AwardsUp to $60,000 ($15,000 per year renewable) will be awarded to non-resident freshmen entering MSU in the fall of 2016. All non-resident achievement awards are renewable! Awards may be limited. Apply early.

Resident Freshman Premier ScholarshipsA large number of scholarships will be awarded to Montana freshmen entering MSU in
the fall of 2016. Award amounts will vary from $1,000 (one time) to $12,000 ($3,000
per year renewable).

MSU Distinction Awards for new non-resident Freshmen entering in the fall of 2016

Montana State University will be offering a number of Distinction Awards to new non-resident
freshmen who will enter MSU in the fall of 2016. To be considered, students must complete
the Distinction Scholarship Application as soon as possible.

These awards will be targeted toward non-residents who do not meet our regular Achievement Award parameters. Leadership experience, activities, honors and financial need will be
considered. Award amounts will vary from $500 (one time) to $4,000 ($1,000 per year
renewable). These awards will be applied toward tuition only.

Distinction Award winners will be notified by mail. Only recipients will be notified.

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Awards (for freshmen only) A limited number of Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Awards will be available
to new freshmen for the 2016 academic year. Only legal residents of the following
states may be considered for WUE Scholarships at Montana State University in Bozeman:
Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota,
Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming and the Commonwealth of the Northern
Mariana Islands (CNMI). WUE recipients must also be US Citizens or permanent residents.

Freshmen who apply for admission for the fall of 2016 and meet the MSU WUE parameters
below will be offered the WUE award which is worth more than $53,000 over a four year
period. WUE award recipients will be billed at a tuition rate which is only 150% of
the resident tuition. New freshmen may retain their WUE Award (which is a tuition
rate) for up to four academic years (8 semesters). Students who are awarded a renewable
WUE Award must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater, enroll for a minimum of
15 credits a semester, and maintain non-resident status and continuous enrollment
to retain the award throughout their four years at MSU. MSU freshman scholarships
and awards are available to those seeking undergraduate bachelor degree programs only.
WUE awards are very limited. To be eligible for a WUE Scholarship, apply for admission and have your
test scores sent early.

Fall 2016 Montana State University Freshman WUE awards are determined on the basis
of test score and will be very limited. See below:

Your ACT Test Score

Your SAT Test Score

Amount You May Be Awarded

29 to 33 *

1920 to 2210*

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) AWARD (worth more than $53,000 available to students from select western states) Awards are limited. To be eligible for a WUE Scholarship, apply for admission and
have your test scores sent early.

If you are from one of the WUE states and have a 28 composite ACT or 1860 to 1910 total SAT* you may be considered for WUE if spaces are available. Awards are limited. Apply early.

If your score is higher than a 33 ACT (2220 SAT) and you are from a a WUE state, you
may be awarded the amounts below which are worth more than WUE.

Your ACT Test Score

Your SAT Test Score

Amount You May Be Awarded

34 or higher

2220 to 2400

$60,000 Achievement Award ($15,000 per year renewable for 4 years)

Due to the College Board implementing a new SAT test on March 5, 2016, MSU will NOT accept SAT scores for fall 2016 scholarship purposes from tests taken AFTER January
23, 2016. Students may still take ACT tests throughout the spring of 2016 if they
hope to increase their scholarship awards.

Transfer Scholarships and Awards

MSU will be offering a limited number of scholarships and awards to new transfer students
who enter MSU in the fall of 2016. See the links below for details.

Other Scholarship Programs

The Presidential ScholarshipsThe Presidential Scholarship is the most prestigious scholarship at Montana State
University, in recognition of academic excellence and demonstrated potential for leadership
and service. Up to twenty such scholarships will be awarded to freshmen entering Montana
State University each fall. The Presidential Scholarship includes a full tuition waiver
and a generous stipend renewable for up to four years. Finalists who do not receive
the Presidential Scholarship will be considered for the Provost Scholarship, which
also provides a full tuition waiver renewable for four years. Presidential and Provost
Scholars automatically receive admission to the Honors College. A cumulative GPA of 3.75 and a composite score of 30 on the ACT or 2000 on the SAT
(all 3 scores) are the expected norms for applicants. The Presidential Scholarshipapplication deadline for fall 2016 awards is December 4, 2015. (Note: The application
will be fully on-line this year. Applicants need to submit their materials by December
4, 2015. Supportive materials (2 letters of recommendation, transcripts and the counselor
verification need to be submitted online by December 14, 2015.)

Students may also be eligible for admission to the Honors College (honors@montana.edu). We encourage you to consider applying to this excellent academic College. For an
application form click here.

Scholarships for Montana students awarded by the Montana University SystemA number of scholarships are available to Montana residents and are awarded through
the Montana University System. These awards include MUS Honor Scholarships, Governor's
Best and Brightest, Honor Scholarship for National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalists,
and Community College Honor Scholarships. See this link for further details, http://mus.edu/Prepare/Pay/Scholarships/

College and Departmental New Freshman and Transfer ScholarshipsBe sure to check the website of the college or department where you plan to declare
your major. There may be freshman or transfer scholarships available. If scholarships
are need-based, you will need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA) prior to March 1.

Audition/Portfolio Review Scholarships Some scholarship awards are available through music and theatre auditions, art and
photography portfolio review, and screening of videotapes and films. For specific
details in these areas, contact the department directly: Music (406) 994-3562; Film
& Photography (406) 994-2484; School of Art (406) 994-4501 or see links above.

National Merit Scholarships Students enter the annual competition for Merit Scholarships as juniors by taking
the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). In September
of the participant's senior year, approximately 15,000 are named Merit Program Semifinalists.
Only Semifinalists continue in the competition, and they must qualify as Finalists
in order to be considered for Merit Scholarships. To be a Finalist, each Semifinalist
must meet a number of additional requirements that include being fully endorsed and
recommended for Merit Scholarships consideration by the high school principal, submitting
SAT scores that confirm their earlier PSAT/NMSQT scores, providing evidence of very
high academic performance throughout secondary school, and giving information about
their activities and accomplishments outside the classroom. College-sponsored Merit
Scholarship recipients are chosen by officials of the sponsor college from among Finalists
who report to National Merit Scholarship Corporation that the institution is their
first choice. Winners selected by the college must have applied to that institution
and be considered admissible by college officials. College-sponsored scholarships
are not transferable. Montana State University in Bozeman is proud to sponsor Merit
Scholarships each year. Students are eligible for a minimum of $750/year and up to
a maximum of $2,000/year depending on financial need. College-sponsored Merit Scholarships
require full-time attendance and are renewable for up to four years of undergraduate
study. Contact your high school counselor for more information.

Native American Scholarships Both need-based and academic scholarships are awarded to qualified Native American
students. For need-based scholarships, applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and submit it to the processing center prior to March 1, 2016. For academic scholarships
(not need-based) applicants should contact the Center for Native American Studies, P.O. Box 172340, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT 59717- 2340, (406) 994-3881.

American Indian Tuition Waiver The American Indian Tuition Waiver is available to Montana residents who are at least
one-quarter American Indian blood or are enrolled members of a state of federally
recognized Indian tribe which is located within the boundaries of the State of Montana.
Students must also demonstrate financial need. For more information contact the MSU
Office of Financial Aid at (406) 994-2845. Information and the application for the Indian Tuition Waiver can also be found on the Montana University System
Fee Wavier website.

Native American Non-Resident Tribal Homelands Scholarship Program Montana State University located in Bozeman, Montana, offers a "Tribal Homelands"
Program that will allow a limited number of eligible Native American Students to qualify
for a waiver of approximately $16,000 per year. THSP is open to non-resident Native
American new freshmen and transfer students who are interested in attending MSU in
the Fall of 2016 and whose tribal affiliation once called the Montana area their "Homelands."
For further information see our Tribal Homelands Scholarship worksheet or contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@montana.edu; 1-888-MSU-CATS, direct 406-994-1983.

Armed Forces Scholarships ROTC Scholarships are available for both incoming high school students and current
university students that have a need for a scholarship to complete their undergraduate
degree or master's degree. Scholarships range from full 4 year scholarships down to
2 year scholarships, and guarantee a career in an exciting and cutting edge profession.
All scholarships pay for full tuition and mandatory fees, for both resident and non-resident
students, a yearly book allowance and a tax-free monthly stipend to defray the cost
of living. Students must meet basic eligibility requirements. For further information,
contact the MSU Army ROTC Department at armyrotc@montana.edu or (phone 406-994-5477) or the MSU Air Force ROTC Department at afrotc@montana.edu (phone 406-994-4022).

Yellow Ribbon Program The Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program (Yellow Ribbon Program) is a provision
of the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008. This program allows
institutions of higher learning (degree granting institutions) in the United States
to voluntarily enter into an agreement with VA to fund tuition expenses that exceed
the highest public in-state undergraduate tuition rate. The institution can contribute
up to 50% of those expenses and VA will match the same amount as the institution for
100% eligible Post 9/11 GI Bill veterans'.

The Post-9/11 GI Bill pays up to the highest public in-state undergraduate tuition
and fees. You may have tuition and fees that exceed that amount if you are attending
a private institution, graduate school or attending in an out-of-state status. If
you are enrolled at a Yellow Ribbon participating institution and the tuition and
fees exceed the highest public in-state undergraduate tuition or fees, additional
funds may be available for your education program without an additional charge to
your entitlement.

For further information, contact MSU Veteran Services at 406-994-3661 or vets@montana.edu.

Spring or Summer Semester Scholarships for New Students New students applying for spring or summer admission can also receive a new student
scholarship, but it is not always automatic. Students in this situation should contact
the Scholarship staff within Financial Aid Services with questions at (406) 994-2845

Please note that if a student is delaying admission to attend another university,
they will be considered transfer students and may qualify for the transfer scholarship
program.